How to Tell if a 2015 Lexus RX 350 Has the Tow Factory Package
Updated 03/28/2018 | Published 03/26/2018
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Hello, I have a 2015 Lexus RX 350, I would like to install a hitch receiver. I’ve picked out the Curt C13143 receiver. The part I’m having a hard time figuring out is the wiring harness. My vehicle has a connector where the T-connector wiring harness connects located on the driver backside bumper. I’ve read that if I don’t have the towing package that connector wouldn’t have a current, but I’m not sure if I don’t or don’t. I’ve used the VIN decoder and can’t find anything that shows it having the towing package. If my assumptions are correct, would I need to get the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - 118255 or would I have to go to the extreme and get ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit - 119250KIT? Any help would be greatly appreciated, thank you!
asked by: Joaquin
Expert Reply:
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13143 is an excellent option for your 2015 Lexus RX 350 and will work well for you. It has a Class III rating with a 2" receiver tube opening. It also comes with a limited lifetime warranty. I have attached an install video of this hitch as well. I recommend using a hitch cover like part # C22272 to protect the inside of the receiver tube from rusting while not in use.
For a trailer wiring harness, I recommend using the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118252 if you have the factory tow package or part # 118255 if you do have the factory tow package. In most cases, the additional pigtail will not be present in the rear hatch/bumper if you do not have the factory tow package. However, this is not the case for your Lexus as it will be present irregardless but will not have power like you mentioned if the vehicle doesn't have the factory tow package. You would need to contact a Lexus dealer and provide them with you VIN in order to find out if your particular vehicle has the factory towing package.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: Roof Rack
- Q&A: How to Determine if 2012 Lexus RX 350 has Factory Tow Package for Wiring Harness
- Shop: Curt Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: Thule Cable Lock w/ One Key System Lock - 6' Long
- Shop: Thule Bike Protector
- Shop: Storage Bag for Thule Epos 2-Bike Racks
- Shop: Thule Epos Bike Rack w/ Lights for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel or Frame Mount
- Shop: Thule Foldable Loading Ramp for Bike Racks
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Video: Installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on your 2015 Lexus RX 350
- Search Results: fits 2 inch hitch hitch covers
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Search Results: hitch cover
- Search Results: tekonsha
- Shop: Floor Mats
- Q&A: What Do I Need for Mounting My European Model of Thule EasyFold XT 933300?
- Q&A: Hitch Ball Compatibility with European Model of Thule Easyfold XT
- Q&A: Ball Mount and 50mm Hitch Ball to Allow Use of European Ball-Mounted Bike Carrier
- Search Results: 13111
- Search Results: trailer lights
- Search Results: installation
- Video: Installation Guide for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2017 Lexus RX 350
- Video: Mount: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package on a 2021 Lexus RX 350
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package Review
- Video: Installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2022 Lexus RX 350
- Q&A: Troubleshooting No Power at Factory Port on 2017 Lexus RX 350 without Factory Tow Package
- Q&A: Wiring Harness Options for a 2014 Lexus RX450h
- Q&A: Can't Find Plug To Connect Tekonsha Trailer Wiring 118255 To In 2017 Lexus RX 350
on Trailer Hitch
